The Business of HockeyDiscuss the financial and business aspects of the NHL. Topics may include the CBA, work stoppages, broadcast contracts, franchise sales, expansion and relocation, and NHL revenues.

I'm sure most fans are in the same boat, as was the case in Winnipeg, but PKP, like TNSE, will be looking at the situation as a way of maximizing their profits. If they release a uniform that's similar to the old look, then they're practically leaving the door wide open for frugal fans to just say, "**** it, I'll keep my old/retro sweater I already have rather than buy a new one." Release an entirely new look, however, and you essentially create brand-new merchandise that every self-respecting fan would essentially be inclined to buy.

This comes up every few months, but didn't PKP state in no uncertain terms that he wouldn't change the Nordiques name or logo?

Seattle's been getting a lot of steam, so that probably plays a role in it, especially if the Yotes deal collapses.

Doesn't Seattle now have the same problem they had last time they were being discussed: no place to play until they finish a new arena? You still have to think QC is in the pole position if the Yotes need to be moved toute de suite.

Doesn't Seattle now have the same problem they had last time they were being discussed: no place to play until they finish a new arena? You still have to think QC is in the pole position if the Yotes need to be moved toute de suite.

I agree, the NHL has hinted to many sources, including Renaud Lavoie that they would never play at Key arena.

How i see it is, Québec get the Yotes if they move, and they will keep Seattle and Toronto for expansion. To much questions marks remaining with the latter two. Expansion would give them time to get their ducks in a row.

Tell you what, if Seattle gets a team before us i will be really angry with the NHL. We built this arena without a guarantee from the NHL just in a hope to get the an NHL team and for the love of the game. Seattle arena plan was mainly for basketball and getting an NHL team was an aftertought.

The new NHL team in Quebec city would be king in town. In Seattle it would be the fifth team in importance.

You know Gary, you owe us one. Your legacy in Canada would be unblemished with a return of the NHL here.

Sounds like you are really stoked to see the Yotes relocate to QC. Awesome

No, actually I love hockey. I believe in the game. I want hockey mad markets like Quebec to no longer be left wanting, to no longer be underserved. They deserve their game there. Just like us folks in Phoenix. See, that's the difference between you and I. It's that bitterness and resentment. I love the idea of the NHL in Seattle too, but also a second franchise in the GTA. I don't suffer from elitism or entitlement.

No, actually I love hockey. I believe in the game. I want hockey mad markets like Quebec to no longer be left wanting, to no longer be underserved. They deserve their game there. Just like us folks in Phoenix. See, that's the difference between you and I. It's that bitterness and resentment. I love the idea of the NHL in Seattle too, but also a second franchise in the GTA. I don't suffer from elitism or entitlement.

Very glad to see you want more northern teams. This is where the lucrative markets are and where the league should concentrate on locating teams for financial stability.